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  • - Machakos County Chief Executive Member for Health Dr Daniel Yumbya has rubbished claims of a shortage of drugs in local hospitals. Dr Yumbya reassured Machakos residents that all the healthcare facilities were well equipped with ample supply of medicines and therefore patients were receiving…
  • - Residents of Tuala in Kajiado East are concerned over the continued vandalism of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) in the area stretch. According to the residents, scrap metal business operators are destroying the railway and selling the material as scrap metal. The area senior chief, Wilson Kaloi…
  • - Detectives have arrested three suspects and recovered a consignment of data cables believed to have been vandalized in Emali, Makueni County. In an operation conducted by detectives, the cables belonging to mobile communications service provider Safaricom were recovered in a Toyota Probox at Kyumbi…
  • - Bukayo Saka’s superb first-half strike helped Arsenal begin their Premier League campaign with a 2-1 win over Nottingham Forest on the opening weekend. The 21-year-old England forward added to Eddie Nketiah’s 26th minute opener with a curling effort from outside the area that nestled itself into…
  • - Nairobi City County government will soon set up the first wood furniture industry in the country through the aggregation and industrial parks project that targets 27 priority counties. County Executive, Business and Hustler Opportunities Maureen Njeri said Nairobi City County was among the 27…
  • - Gor Mahia clinched Football Kenya Federation Shield after beating Kakamega Homeboyz 4-2 via post match penalties at Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani,Nairobi. The match had ended 1-1 in regular time thus forcing the spot kicks to be taken to decide the winner. After a goalless first half Gor…
  • - A mosque in the Nigerian city of Zaria has collapsed during prayers, killing at least seven people, officials say. Hundreds of worshippers were in the building at the time on Friday. An investigation is underway to ascertain the cause of the collapse. The emir of the area told local media a crack…
  • - Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has said the government will begin a fresh phase of registration of farmers as it distributes subsidised fertilizers. Speaking on Saturday during subsidized a working visit to the North Rift, the DP said the fresh registration targets farmers who were not put in…
  • - Eighty people have now been confirmed to have been killed by wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui, officials say. There are fears the numbers will rise further, as hundreds are still uncontactable. Firefighters have been trying to contain fires in several areas, including the historic town of…
  • - Sports enthusiast in Kirinyaga have welcomed plans to upgrade General Kassam play field in Kianyaga into a stadium.
  • - St Anthony’s Boys Kitale, popularly known as Solidarity Boys clinched the Kenya Secondary School Sports Association (KSSSA) football title after deservedly seeing off Dagoretti High School in an exciting and well attended final played at Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega County. The goals for the 2018…
  • - Following an increase in poaching cases, Laikipia residents have been cautioned against eating uninspected meat to prevent zoonotic diseases. Laikipia County Commissioner Joseph Kanyiri warned that residents could be dining game meat unknowingly, hence exposing them to zoonotic diseases like…
  • - President William Ruto has Saturday urged Kenyans in Mozambique to stay united and invest back home, including through the housing project and Government securities. The Head of State pledged the Government’s commitment to address the issues raised by the Diaspora, some of which were discussed…
  • - The lack of a rescue centre for victims of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) in Elgeyo Marakwet County has become a major setback in the fight against vice in the county. Members of the County Gender Sector Working Group said most of the SGBV victims do not report or record statements with…
  • - After losing twice to Kwanthanze, Kesogon girls’ volleyball displayed a spirited fight to record a deserving victory of 3-1 sets in the finals of Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) games played at Kakamega School in Kakamega County. Last year, Kesogon lost to Kwanthanze both at the…
  • - Residents of Eldama Ravine in Baringo County and its environs were sensitised on wildlife and environment conservation courtesy of Justus Nyamu’s Walk on wildlife conservation campaign. The renowned conservationist and founder of Elephant Neighbours Centre Jim Justus Nyamu made a stopover on the…
  • - Western Region representatives Shanderema stamped their authoritaty after convincingly trouncing Nyanza based Agoro Sare to take home bronze medal during the third place play-off staged on Saturday morning at Bukhungu Stadium. The fan favourites who were eliminated on Friday from the final…
  • - Plans are in top gear for the second edition of The Nairobi Festival which City Hall says will be “bigger and better.” The team led by the County Executive for Inclusivity, Public Participation, and Customer Service, Dr Anastasia Nyalita and County Chief Officer, City Culture, Arts and Tourism,…
  • - Political leaders from Western Kenya have come together to implore members of parliament affiliated with Kenya Kwanza to adopt a more flexible stance in order to facilitate ongoing negotiations between the government and the opposition. The leaders emphasized the importance of dialogue and…
  • - Water, Sanitation and Irrigation PS Dr Paul Kiprono has summoned the contractor implementing Multibillion Kirandich Dam phase 11 in Baringo County to a meeting in the next two weeks to unlock the problems bedevilling the construction works. Dr Kiprono said it was imperative for the Italian…
  • - Kenya Saturday joined the rest of the world in celebrating the eleventh anniversary of World Elephant Day, under the theme; “Let us come together to give elephants a safe place to live in.” The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) will spearhead the celebrations in collaboration with stakeholders and…
  • - About 20,000 people are set to benefit from a range of health services in Trans-Nzoia County after M-PESA Foundation invested Ksh 32 million to construct a maternal unit at Kwanza Sub-County Hospital. The maternal unit is expected to improve the capacity of the hospital to increase daily deliveries…
  • - On August 12, the world commemorates International Youth Day, a global celebration dedicated to the potential and promise of young people. This year’s theme, “Green Skills for Youth: Towards a Sustainable World,” resonates deeply with the imperative of Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (…
  • - In a significant effort to enhance data protection awareness and compliance across various sectors, the Office of the Data Protection Commission (ODPC) has announced the launch of a comprehensive data protection course for civil servants and students. The initiative aims to equip participants with…
  • - A mechanic based in Mombasa County is the latest millionaire in town after winning the Omoka na EPL grand prize on Odibets. An elated Muema Mwalimu could not hide his joy after he received a phone call from Odibets to receive the news that he had won. “I used to bet on English premier League […]
  • - As Kenyans continue to wait for bi-partisan talks scheduled for next week, the national council of churches in Kenya has urged the government for inclusion.
  • - Koyonzo Secondary School from Kakamega County replicated their last year’s glittering performance to win the 2023 Kenya Secondary School Sports Association (KSSSA) National Rugby sevens title during the finals staged at the Bull Ring on Friday. Elly Okwemba coached side outwitted their opponents…
  • - Viongozi wa dini chini wametaka kujumuishwa kwenye mazungumzo ya maridhinao yanayosubiriwa kuanza juma lijalo. Baraza la makanisa nchini,na lile la maskofu wa kanisa katoliki na pia baraza la wahubiri wakiislamu, wametaja uhaba wa ajira, utangamano wa taifa na kuboreshwa kwa huduma za serikali za…
  • - State employees will now get a 7-10 per cent salary raise and backdated to July 1 after a freeze placed in 2021.
  • - Government has denounced fears that the upcoming higher learning funding model will lock out needy learners from accessing higher education.
  • - Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service, Felix Koskei has backed the new university funding model terming it as fair. According to Koskei, the way the new model is designed will bring equity in access to higher education. He said university fees will now be pegged on a parent’s/guardian’s ability…
  • - Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service, Felix Koskei has backed the new university funding model terming it as fair. According to Koskei, the way the new model is designed will bring equity in access to higher education. He said university fees will now be pegged on a parent’s/guardian’s ability…
  • - Azimio la Umoja leader Raila Odinga says the opposition will change the demonstrations tact should the bipartisan talks fail.
  • - The Government has rolled out mandatory national wide registration of private security guards to streamline operations in the sector.
  • - Head of Public Service Felix Koskei, has said the new university funding model is fair and will bring equity in access to higher education.
  • - Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) in the country got a major boost Friday in their efforts to access credit and support their growth and ambitions. This comes in the wake of a guarantee scheme jointly launched by Kenya Commercial Bank and the Swedish International Development Cooperation…
  • - Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) in the country got a major boost Friday in their efforts to access credit and support their growth and ambitions. This comes in the wake of a guarantee scheme jointly launched by Kenya Commercial Bank and the Swedish International Development Cooperation…
  • - Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Prof Kithure Kindiki Friday warned that the government is going after all persons peddling illegal substances to young people in Kenya, especially those still in school. Kindiki announced that authorities are under firm instructions to ensure…
  • - Nairobi region representatives Dagoretti High School will square it out with five-time champions St Antony Boys aka Solidarity Boys in the Kenya Secondary School Sports Association (KSSSA) football finals set for Saturday at Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega County. Dagoretti qualified to the finals…
  • - The Government of Kenya and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) have formed a strategic partnership to enhance healthcare.
  • - The African Union has expressed support for the decisions adopted by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on anti-constitutional change in Niger.
  • - The government has commenced the process of registering private security guards in the country in an effort to enhance accountability and address deep-rooted human resource issues that have dogged the industry for years. Through the Private Security Regulatory Authority (PSRA), the state is seeking…
  • - The country’s drought mitigation measures got a major boost after the Government of Japan, through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) donated brand new high-capacity water trucks worth Ksh. 26 million. This follows last year’s request by the National Drought Management Authority (…
  • - CS Ababu officiates the 95th edition of The National Music Festivals’ opening ceremony In Nyeri CS Ababu Namwamba this morning presided over the 95th edition of the National Music Festivals, held at Dedan Kimathi University-Nyeri County. He was accompanied by the State Department for Youth Affairs…
  • - Kenya finished 6th at the 2023 Commonwealth Youth Games in Trinidad and Tobago after collecting three more gold medals on the last day of the games to end with a tally of 9 medals, 5 gold and 4 silver. Nancy Cherop won gold in the 3000 metres, clocking 9 minutes, 07.15 seconds to win gold […]
  • - Liverpool have agreed a British record transfer fee of £111m with Brighton for midfielder Moises Caicedo. After Brighton rejected a succession of bids from Chelsea, it remains to be seen whether the Blues will now match that amount. Brighton had set a fee in excess of £100m for Caicedo and had said…
  • - CA says access to the internet could expose children to risk unless they are empowered with information to protect themselves.
  • - Anglican Archbishop Jackson ole Sapit has called on leaders spearheading ongoing negotiations between the ruling party and the opposition to put their political interests on the back seat for the interest of the country. He appealed to the 10-member mediation team to drop the hardline stance…
  • - A head of this year's youth day, the executive board looks at unemployment among the youth and how green skills are key in addressing the challenge. LEAP Africa programme coordinator and Child Fund Kenya Representative gives their experience on working with the youth.
  • - The global music scene is abuzz with excitement as multi-talented artist Akon joins forces with the exceptionally gifted South African sensation, Mr. Brown, to release their highly anticipated single “Enjoy That.” This electrifying track, unveiled under Akon’s esteemed Konvict Kulture Music Label,…